2008 Vietnam Culinary Disovery-11 day Vietnam Tour

Indulge both stomach and mind on this journey through Vietnam’s highlights.

Each destination within Vietnam has something exceptional to offer travelers. Taste bun cha and pho In the north, bun bo, banh khoai and other Nguyen Dynasty delicacies in the center, and the spicy, French-infused flavors of the south. No two meals are alike, and both your appetite and your quest to learn will be well-satiated by journey's end.

Your vacation in Vietnam will increase your desire for new tastes and your cultural understanding of this magnificent destination as you visit Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), cruise Halong Bay, witness the Mekong Delta and explore Hanoi.

Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Mekong Delta, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).

Trip grading: EASY Suitable for travellers with an average level of fitness and mobility. Fly between major destinations.

What's included: (Standard) – 10 nights hotel accommodation, flights as specified, all road transport by air-conditioned vehicles, all sightseeing as specified (excluding entrance fees), Western tour leader based on a minimum of seven travellers, local English-speaking guides throughout, arrival and departure transfers, breakfast daily, four lunches and five dinners.

Tour Leader: Travel Indochina tour leader based on a minimum of 7 people.

Maximum group size: 15 

Go Deluxe: In Hoi An enjoy the Life Heritage Resort on our Deluxe option. This beautiful property is just steps away from the Ancient Town – you can’t beat the location and the comfort of this riverside resort.

Not Ready to go Home Yet?: Siem Reap, home to Angkor Wat, is just a short flight from Saigon. Add a few days at the end of your journey to discover the temples, take a Khmer cooking class and stay in a lovely hotel. Ask us how.

Ask our Travellers: "We had the most amazing trip and can’t believe we saw and experienced so much in short space of time. It was one of our best vacations ever, the icing on the cake being our tour leader. His passion and knowledge meant we saw and tasted more than we could have imagined." J & S. Aalen - UK

Responsible Travel: In Hanoi take the opportunity to visit 'Koto', a not-for-profit restaurant that trains disadvantaged young people in hospitality skills, and serves up some delicious food and drinks.